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Phrasal Verbs

hit on

This page is about the phrasal verb hit on

Meaning

to have a idea or to think of something

Synonym

come up with

For example

  • hit on sth We were talking about ways to increase sales when Takahiro hit on the idea of marketing online.

  • hit on sth Sam says he hits on his best ideas when he's lying on the beach.

Note:
Also "hit upon"

Quick Quiz

An inventor is someone who is able to hit on

a. bank managers

b. original concepts

c. lots of good luck
a) bank managers b) original concepts c) lots of good luck

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Contributor: Matt Errey